All The Grocer articles in 19 November 2011
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NewsBugler moves to Fox’s as 2 Sisters reshuffles
2 Sisters Food Group has seconded its group business development director Mel Bugler to the role of managing director for its branded Fox’s biscuits division.
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ProfilesTim Fisher of Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses
It’s hard work but a reasonably informal environment and very innovative. There’s always something new to get your teeth into.
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Comment & OpinionIs this new carbon reduction table just a load of hot air?
A new Environment Agency table that names and shames food companies for their energy use has been branded “pointless”. Is it, asks Beth Phillips
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Comment & Opinion
Double-dip recession
Can a positive mental attitude, and the seizing of opportunities, make the difference?
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News
Fresca Group closes Liverpool Terminal
Fresca Group-owned Liverpool Produce Terminal has ceased trading following the suspension of services last month.
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NewsNew grape packing to save Asda’s IPL £880k
Asda’s supply arm, International Produce Limited, is set to slash its grape processing costs by £880,000 a year thanks to a new packing line
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News
EC under fire for failing protected status foods
The European Commission is failing to adequately promote and protect the reputation of products such as Jersey Royals and Blue Stilton, a damning report from the European Court of Auditors has claimed.
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NewsBirds Eye Fusions to get fish-based range
Birds Eye could be gearing up to launch a new addedvalue fish product
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NewsWiseman to trial A2 milk in British market
Robert Wiseman Dairies is to join Arla in the dairy intolerance market with a new brand targeted at consumers who suffer digestive discomfort from dairy.
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NewsMackerel prices soar as global catch is hit
The PR boost that Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has given to mackerel could be shortlived as lower Norwegian catches, poor weather and the Fukushima nuclear fallout send prices skywards, threatening to test shoppers’ loyalty to the fish.
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News
Freezing fun gift pack from Absolut Vodka
Absolut has launched a gift pack designed for the freezer that changes colour when the vodka has been chilled.
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NewsA venison casserole that comes in a can
Scottish supplier Grant’s Foods has launched a range of premium canned meats that includes a venison casserole.
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NewsPaper wine bottles set to hit shelves by middle of next year
Paper wine bottles could be on supermarket shelves as early as next summer.
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NewsAspall offers an education in vinegar
Cider and vinegar maker Aspall is hoping to improve consumer knowledge of speciality vinegars through a new in-store campaign.
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NewsKellogg’s relaunches ailing Nutri-Grain in bid to restore growth
Kellogg’s is overhauling Nutri-Grain in a bid to turn around falling sales and transform it into a £100m brand.
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NewsPlaying with the big Acid Test boys: Miniscoff plans chilled ready meals
Premium kids food brand Miniscoff is aiming to go head-to-head with Little Dish and Annabel Karmel in the fiercely contested ready meal market.
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NewsIt’s jam today as WI debuts its food range
In one of the least surprising announcements of 2011, jams and chutneys are among the first wave of branded products to be rolled out by the WI.
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Comment & Opinion
We’re working hard to support small traders
A plethora of government initiatives are providing a framework to help high street retailers flourish
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News
Eurozone crisis taking toll on British exports
The Eurozone debt crisis is starting to bite into UK food exports to mainland Europe, The Grocer has learned.
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Analysis & Features
Promotions soar as big four buff their value credentials
The big supermarkets have upped their promotional game once more in November – pushing the limits of available space in stores.